This in-depth primer of the magic of the Northern Way introduces the major concepts and practices of Gothic or Germanic magic. English; German; Dutch; Icelandic; Danish; Norwegian; and Swedish peoples are all directly descended from this ancient Germanic cultural stock. According to author Edred Thorsson; if you are interested in living a holistic life with unity of body-mind-spirit; a key to knowing your spiritual heritage is found in the heritage of your body-in the natural features which you have inherited from your distant ancestors. Most readers of this book already "speak the language" of the Teutonic tradition. Northern Magic contains material that has never before been discussed in a practical way. This book outlines the ways of Northern magic and the character of the Northern magician. It explores the theories of traditional Northern psychology (or the lore of the soul) in some depth; as well as the religious tradition of the Troth and the whole Germanic theology. The remaining chapters make up a series of "mini-grimoires" on four basic magical techniques in the Northern Way: Younger Futhark rune magic; Icelandic galdor staves; Pennsylvania hex signs; and "seith" (or shamanism). This is an excellent overview of the Teutonic tradition that will interest neophytes as well as long-time travelers along the Northern Way. ―Contains four complete handbooks of magical practice in one ―Gives practical instructions on how to carve runes and make hex-signs ―Provides the history of the Northern Renaissance ―Outlines the Germanic Gods and Goddesses
#40733 in Books Studs Terkel 1997-02-28Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.18 x 1.68 x 5.36l; 1.54 #File Name: 1565843428640 pagesWorking People Talk about What They Do All Day and How They Feel about What They Do
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Working is a masterpiece of AmericanaBy BisonfanThis book should be required reading for congress critters and for employers. These are the words and experiences of Real Peole; doing the Real Work that keeps the rest of us functioning. These are the people who grow; process; and serve our food; who construct the stuff we need; who take care of us and our families; who clean up after us. These are the builders and maintainers who are too often underpaid and overworked; but who carry on with courage; devotion; and humor. Highly recommended.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Valuable insight into the Middle Class workforceBy JamieTerkel has put together a valuable compilation of interviews that share important views into the psyche of the American worker. There are pieces from all types of people - factory workers; waiters; stewardesses; even teenagers. Being able to see first hand how various people feel about their job and the behind the scenes issues they have to deal with is really interesting and in some cases; eye opening. My only issue is that the book is very limited to what Terkel wants us to see. Some sections; for example; only have stories from women when a man's perspective would be welcome.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A series of stories of Americans and their workBy Fancy NancyRead this eons ago and it never really left me. I recently visited my so who had one of Terkel's books; and suddenly decided I must own this one again. Am reading it bit by bit; which is the delight of it. Many wonderful stories.
